Thai Oil Partners with Water Sports Association to Launch Lifesaving Initiative, Reducing Drowning Crisis for Seventh Year
Thai Oil, the Water Sports Association, and Laem Chabang Municipality launched their seventh annual lifesaving program to teach youth water safety skills and reduce Thailand's high drowning rates among children.
The Thailand Water Sports Association, in partnership with Thai Oil and Laem Chabang Municipality, has launched the 2025 Lifesaving Initiative to reduce drowning fatalities, marking the seventh consecutive year of the program. The initiative seeks to equip youth with essential water safety skills, including floating, swimming proficiency, and survival techniques to reduce daily risks and promote safety.
The opening ceremony was led by Tanawit Tossakul, Secretary-General of the Thailand Water Sports Association, alongside Chetsadee Prongjit, Corporate Relations Manager at Thai Oil, who spoke about the company's continued support, and Deputy Mayor Santi Sritanthong, who welcomed participants and stressed the importance of preventing water accidents involving children and youth.
Historically, drowning remains a leading cause of death among Thai children under 15 years old. Most incidents occur in natural water sources including pools, dams, canals, ponds, and reservoirs. The primary causes stem from unsafe water activities or accidental falls into water bodies, combined with a lack of swimming and survival skills. Many victims were not wearing life jackets or flotation devices. This program addresses these critical gaps by teaching water survival techniques, proper rescue methods, and swimming skills.
The closing ceremony was attended by Chamri Anant, Corporate Social Responsibility Manager at Thai Oil, Deputy Mayor Santi Sirilanyang, and Major General Petcharat Limpraserit, Vice-President and Treasurer of the Thailand Water Sports Association. Certificates of achievement were presented to all program participants, recognizing their successful completion of water safety training.
This lifesaving initiative represents a significant collaborative effort to promote continuous water safety education and skill development, ultimately aiming to reduce drowning fatalities and create a sustainable culture of water safety for Thai children and youth.
